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Articles About the Little Red River
Clear explanations of the river’s history, angling, habitat, stocking, water management, and future.
Cornerstone Article
The History of the Little Red River
A detailed account of how Greers Ferry Dam created the fishery, how trout management and water operations changed, and how the river became what it is today.
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Choose a subject to find clear explanations, guide observations, and practical information about the river.River History
How the fishery developed and changed. Learn MoreWater Management
How flows, temperatures, and operating decisions affect the river. Learn MoreTrout Stocking
Numbers, sizes, timing, and distribution. Learn MoreHabitat and Vegetation
Changes in the river channel, aquatic vegetation, and trout habitat. Learn MoreGuide Perspective
What experienced guides observe across the fishery. Learn MoreAngling the Little Red
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WATER MANAGEMENT
Every Drop Has a Job: How Water Is Managed on the Little Red River
A plain-language guide to how Greers Ferry Dam balances flood control, hydropower, and cold-water releases—and what a modern water-management plan could mean for the Little Red River. Read Full Article
JFK Park below Greers Ferry Dam, where water begins its journey through the Little Red River tailwater.
HABITAT AND VEGETATION
Trout Habitat on the Little Red River: Seeing the Whole River
Trout habitat is a connected system of cold water, adequate flow, clean bottom, woody cover, aquatic vegetation, healthy banks, insects, and responsible stewardship. Read Full Article
Aquatic vegetation and the riverbed of the Little Red River.
RIVER HISTORY
The History of the Little Red River
From Greers Ferry Dam and the first trout stockings to wild brown trout, a world record, and the challenges facing this special Arkansas tailwater. Read Full Article
An early Little Red River boat launch.